Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intercut

verb

/ˈɪntəˌkʌt/

Definition

To cut back and forth between different scenes or sequences in a film, video, or other media.

Examples

The director decided to intercut between the protagonist’s past and present to enhance the storytelling.
In that chase scene, they intercut the action with shots of the police responding to the crime.
The editor frequently intercuts images of nature with urban scenes to highlight the contrast between the two worlds.

Meaning

Intercutting is a technique that involves switching between two or more different shots or scenes to create a narrative connection or to build tension.